Vascular Surgery

Vascular surgery: Why choose Henry Ford?

At Henry Ford, our vascular surgeons help develop new ways to diagnose and treat vascular disease, giving you access to the latest innovations. We focus on your individual needs, considering all options, including creative solutions. We find effective treatment that lasts as long as possible.

When you come to us for care, you’ll find:

• Legacy of firsts: Our vascular surgeons are pioneers in innovative treatments and the right time to use them. We were the first in Michigan to perform minimally invasive aortic repair and continue to expand its use. Our team’s studies look at the best ways to begin treatment – whether with medications or procedures – for the best possible results.
• Top care for all forms of vascular disease: Our vascular surgeons treat the full range of diseases affecting blood vessels, including uncommon conditions. We’re one of the few centers in Michigan offering both minimally invasive procedures and open surgeries, for the most complex conditions. If you develop complications from treatment you received elsewhere – or if you’ve been told that treatment isn’t an option – we can help.
• Advanced testing: Henry Ford vascular surgeons founded our vascular testing labs in 1977 and continue to lead them today. Our certified vascular technologists specialize in complex imaging for diagnosis and long-term monitoring of your health. Learn more about vascular testing  in our nationally accredited vascular labs.
• Nationally known vein center: Henry Ford is home to the only comprehensive program in southeast and south central Michigan dedicated to vein disease. Our vascular surgeons help provide advanced care for a wide range of conditions, including those that are uncommon or complex. Learn more about the Vein Center.

What is vascular surgery?

Vascular surgeons offer a wide range of treatments for diseases affecting blood vessels. They care for all veins and arteries, other than those that sit in the brain or supply the heart with blood.

Henry Ford’s vascular surgeons do much more than just surgery. We provide comprehensive care, starting when you first come to us with symptoms. Our care includes:

• Diagnosis of vascular disease and related conditions, including testing
• Medications to manage symptoms and treat issues contributing to vascular disease
• Minimally invasive procedures
• Open surgery
• Ongoing monitoring of your health

Vascular surgery partnership with other specialties

As vascular surgeons, we provide care for blood vessels throughout the body, with the exception of those that sit in the brain  or supply the heart. Our surgeons often handle diagnosis, treatment and ongoing care by themselves, but sometimes work with other doctors in special cases.

Our partnerships include:

• Aortic program: Our Multidisciplinary Aorta Program is one of only two in southeast and south central Michigan dedicated to treating aortic disease. The program brings together vascular surgeons, vascular medicine  specialists, cardiologists and cardiac surgeons to manage all types of aortic conditions.
• Carotid conferences: Our experts in carotid artery disease meet each week to discuss people with difficult-to-treat vascular disease that affects the brain. The team includes vascular surgeons, neurosurgeons, interventional radiologists, vascular neurologists and stroke  specialists.
• Hybrid procedures: Our vascular and cardiac surgeons work together to treat disease in the upper (thoracic) aorta, which has complex anatomy. Partnering in these procedures ensures that you receive the best possible care for disease in this intricate area.

Fellowship training for vascular disease

At Henry Ford, we established the world’s first vascular surgery fellowship in the 1960s. Our vascular surgeons have been training the next generation of specialists for more than 50 years. Our fellows actively participate in your care under the close supervision of more experienced surgeons.